I absolutely dreaded the "Bean" movie. But I am a fan of Rowan Atkinson from his "Black Adder" show. I feel that the Johnny English character might be somewhat competent in this movie, unlike Mr. Bean, who is just a mindless ninny. I am an American who likes British Comedy in general. I feel that this will be a middle of the road James Bond spoof.

Obviously, "Austin Powers" has given all of the British spy movies a huge send-up already. But the fact that Woody Allen had already done one (Casino Royale), did not stop the Austin Powers movie writers.

I think this will be a spy spoof in the same vein as "Pink Panther" was a detective spoof.
-Bumbling protagonist eventually does good despite himself-.
These plots are always good for a laugh. Good sight gags in the previews make this worth renting. Your date may not get it, so make it a double feature with a chick flick. {BB}